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Snow Brainer-dog friendly

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 75 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dinner Plain, VIC
  • Place, Dead Timber Hill Walking Track Trailhead
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Hotham Alpine Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Hotham
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Snow Brainer-dog friendly

Snow Brainer is a fully self-contained, three storey chalet located in the unique alpine village of Dinner Plain. This three bedroom, two bathroom chalet (sleeping up to 7) has recently undergone a full modern renovation and is luxuriously fitted out for your enjoyment and comfort.
Located at the private, western end of Dinner Plain, Snow Brainer Chalet is only a short stroll to the central amenities.
The ground floor consists of two bedrooms, the small on with a set of bunks and the larger bedroom with a tri-bunk and both with built-in robes, TV with built in DVD player in one room, main bathroom with bath, laundry with a large combo washer/dryer and drying room.
The second floor is an open plan lounge room, kitchen and dining room. The fully functional, modern kitchen, comes with pots and pans, plates, cutlery, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer, microwave, oven and a coffee machine. The lounge room has 2 two-seater couches, a gas log fire place and large TV with a selection of DVD's. The dining room has a large timber table which seats eight.
The third/top floor consists of a king bed (that can be split into 2 king singles), built-in robes, ensuite bathroom, TV with built in DVD player and cosy corner armchair to sit and look out on the snow gums in the adjacent National Park.
The chalet has good heating with heaters in all bedrooms and a gas log fire in the central lounge room. All bedding and towels are supplied and the property provided two standard car spaces. Snow Brainer welcomes our furry friends for an extra $50.00 per stay. No more than 2 dogs please

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dinner Plain

Located in Dinner Plain, this chalet is in the mountains. Mount Hotham Alpine Resort and Playground Chair are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Hotham and Alpine National Park. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Dinner Plain, VIC

What's nearby

  • Dead Timber Hill Walking Track Trailhead - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mount Hotham Alpine Resort - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Mount Hotham - 13 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Bright Visitors Centre - 50 min drive - 80.2 km
  • Mount Buffalo National Park - 58 min drive - 91.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The General - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪the bird - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zirky's Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chill Bar & Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Elements Bar & Dining - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Snow Brainer-dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Snow Brainer-dog friendly?

As of 28 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Snow Brainer-dog friendly on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$759, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Snow Brainer-dog friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Snow Brainer-dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Snow Brainer-dog friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Snow Brainer-dog friendly located?

This family-friendly Dinner Plain chalet is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Alpine National Park and Dead Timber Hill Walking Track Trailhead. Boiler Plain Reference Area and Dinner Plain Track are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 76 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Fantastic spot and great stay for adults kids and dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arvind P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Snow Brainer cottage was great

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect property for couple or family with dogs. Great location and everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

Great place with lovely views of mountains
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place at dinner plains

excellent wonderful everything was very good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property in Dinner Plain

Lovely property, with everything we needed for a fantastic weekend away. It was lovely to be able to bring our pet dog. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday in Dinner Plain

The property was above our expectations. It was absolutely wonderful, super clean and great amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family group with dogs

We had 4 adults, 2 kids and 2 dogs. We had a lovely time. Most of the group was skiing but some stayed home to enjoy dinner plain walks and relaxing at the house. The place was well stocked, the linen and towels were clean with a lot of extra blankets if cold. We cooked every day and well stocked with kitchen utensils etc Very responsive with queries.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Mountain Escape

The property is in immaculate condition and in a great location. The beds are really comfortable and overall it was a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jiadi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to stay

The house is perfect and comes with a range of amenities. The wifi was a lifesaver for us. The host has also been amazing in correspondence. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristal L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable

Great location for walking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short winter break

Had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruisi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is our third year and we still love it!

Snow Brainer is always at the top of our list for the snow season! We noticed many renovations happened this year which is really impressive and appreciated. Look forward to staying in next time!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ross J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

enjoyable stay

Thankyou for letting us stay at your apartment. We all had a great few days at Dinner plain.We found that staying at dinnerplain was better then staying on Mt hotham as our kelpie could spend time with us and we were able to drop the kids off at the snow and pick them up each day or they would catch the bus. The aprtment was convenient for all of us and the master bed was very comfortable. We would love to visit again .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stocked up

This house has thought of everything. So good. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dirk T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Nice and warm house, main bedroom is very comfortable, drying area works well to dry wet winter clothes and shoes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nimesh N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A snowy beauty at Dinner Plain

Loved the SnowBrainer given the perfect location for warmth, beauty and comfort as our snow vacation home. Would certainly callout the proximity to all activities at dinner plain and mount Hotham a plus yet a very reasonable stay for your family with pets. The property owners and managers have been very communicative and helpful, sure could help with some loyalty points for our next visit as we can see for a return soon. We would highly recommend the SnowBrainer for all seasons.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

comfortable and cosy well equipped accomodation

A little distant from where we were attending wedding and otherfriends but instructions on getting there impeccable and having heating on with our rather late arrival was a lovely suprise .Facilities were as represented only issues were coffee machine was to initimidating to use without clearer instruction snf teenage angst til they found the wifi connection
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Damien T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

The experience was good. I guess no trip to the snow is cheap but I feel the cost versus value isnt getting better as years go by. We had a wonderful holiday but we certainly paid for it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beds

Unfortunately we didn’t get enough beds made up for our family of 5. And no bedding left to make up the extra bed we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a blast !

My family and I took our German shepherd to the snow for the first time and he absolutely loved it. We also loved how clean and nice the property was. It was warm and very accomodating. The only issue we had was with the fridge it was only cooling the items at the back and not at the front. But other than that it’s an amazing place to stay at !!! I definitely recommend staying here. I’ll definitely be rebooking again for next year ! Thanks Josie ! You were also very easily to communicate with and very prompt!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location / Pet Friendly

The property is very well located - close to both the DP walking track & National Forest tracks. Super easy & close access to the Mt Hotham bus stop & shops; being pet friendly always gets bonus points from us and our Goldie loved experiencing the snow with us! Very much appreciated the shower gels as well as it was the one thing we forgot to pack! Only one small niggle was the smart lock - not sure if it was the cold that effected it or it just didn’t like us, but it was quite the battle to both lock & unlock - however we always managed to get it to do what we wanted eventually! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, comfortable and delightful pet friendly property

We had a stellar time at Dinner Plain & a wonderful stay at ‘SnowBrainer’. We arrived later than planned and it was so lovely to find lights & the gas fire on for us. It felt like home from the moment we arrived. The beds are very comfortable and bedding warm & snuggly. The kitchen & bathrooms are well appointed with clean modern fixtures & fittings and very comfortable. While certainly not a negative (it makes for a delightful view), do be aware that the property is 3 storeys and the stairs are quite steep. The timber outdoor entry stairs can also get very slippery after a little snow and there is no handrail, so just be extra careful when it’s icy. We just loved our stay and can’t wait to return - hopefully next year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wonderful Surprise, Snow! But ...

Six Adults stayed in Snow Brainer (62 to 70 yrs old) plus 2 Samoyeds. Snow an unexpected joy, except snow chains had to be on & together with a bad accident going up Mt Hotham about 30km/hour up 29 kms of road. Ended with 2 car loads arriving in the dark. NO handrails up front stairs! Very scary! Because of snow parking was a problem. Once in it is very nice, but the third bedroom was so small you have to go outside to change your mind and it meant someone over 60 having to climb up the bunk bed. Missing a few luxury items like tissues, soft cloth for cleaning down surfaces, electric blankets on beds, extra bath mat and towels etc. We could not get the heater/log fire up stairs working (no instructions). This place would be great for young families or young people. Outlook was very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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